self-reproachful

Example Sentences

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Well, why would someone make such a solemn, self-reproachful fuss about a bad back?

From The New Yorker • Jan. 18, 2016

But on the page, she emanates an implacable gravity, a command of literature and philosophy that leaves one riveted, if also a bit self-reproachful.

From Time Magazine Archive

“I shall stay, of course, I’m oldest,” began Meg, looking anxious and self-reproachful.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott

He stood up nervously and moved a few paces away, but the patient, self-reproachful gaze in Claire's eyes brought him back again.

From Claire The Blind Love of a Blind Hero, By a Blind Author by Blades, Leslie Burton

But Lady Latimer coldly waived her explanations, and Bessie felt very self-reproachful until an idea occurred to her what she would do.

From The Vicissitudes of Bessie Fairfax by Lee, Holme, [pseud.]